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POSITION SUMMARY: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit, charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Lead Guard ensures smooth operation of the day-to-day operations of the Aquatics Department, and that emergency situations are handled appropriately and in accordance with YMCA protocol. The Lead Lifeguard promotes effective leadership and problem-solving skills to staff and members, maintaining a safe and exciting environment for both employees and patrons. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Monitor staff behavior, including lifeguard and swim instructor skills, and coaches' good behaviors and applications of skills to motivate staff
2. Supervise lifeguard staff during emergency situations, ensuring the proper application of skills and procedures, assisting, when necessary, facilitate and submit documentation of incidents/accidents, and debrief situation with staff
3. Patrol and monitor the active natatorium, engaging with members, swim lesson students, and program participants throughout your shift
4. Coordinate staff break and meal periods to keep employees engaged and compliant with rules
5. Report sanitation issues, unacceptable water quality, and maintenance and supply needs to supervisors and/or Facilities department when necessary
6. Assist with staff meetings and administer training at Inservice training
7. Assist the Aquatics Director with department needs as necessary
8. Ensure staff are completing daily tasks and engaging with members throughout their shifts

Availability note: Must be willing to maintain a flexible schedule as shift coverage during mornings, evenings, and weekends may be necessary.

* QUALIFICATIONS:*

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Current certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens, Administering Emergency Oxygen, and completes YMCA program-specific trainings upon hire
• Six months of related experience in aquatic programming 
• Knowledge of providing customer and personal services to members, delivering a quality experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

*STARTING PAY: *$17.28/hr

WHAT YOU GET FROM WORKING AT THE YMCA:

• Frequent opportunities to makes a difference in the lives of youth, adults, and senior members 
• Family YMCA membership (20+ hours/week), with program discounts available 
• Paid sick time accruing at 1 hour every 40 hours worked 
• Medical, Dental Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical or Dependent Care, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance.  Medical Insurance starts at $45/month for employee-only coverage.
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid vacation time accruing at 7.66 hours a month (starting at 11 days per year) 
• Flexible schedules that work for YOU 
• Up to two hours of Child Watch services per day, per child while employee is on site and working 
• Something new and exciting to learn and work with every day  
• Retirement plan with 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service (1,000 or more hours worked required in each anniversary year) 

*The happiest and most fulfilled Y staff are motivated to help others and want to be a part of something larger than themselves. Join our team! Come be a part of a charitable, mission-driven organization that works for individual and community well-being for all, for a better us. *

Apply today!